Sec. 420.075. OFFENSE. A person commits an offense if the person intentionally or knowingly discloses a communication, a record, or evidence that is confidential under this chapter, except as provided by this chapter. An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 775, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1997, as Sec. 44.075, Health and Safety Code.
Renumbered from Health and Safety Code, Section 44.075 by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., Ch. 921 (H.B. 3167), Sec. 17.001, eff. September 9, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1105 (S.B. 1636), Sec. 11, eff. September 1, 2011.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle B - Law Enforcement and Public Protection
Chapter 420 - Sexual Assault Prevention and Crisis Services
Subchapter D. Confidential Communications and Records
Section 420.071. Confidential Communications and Records; Privilege
Section 420.072. Disclosure of Confidential Communication or Record
Section 420.073. Consent for Release of Certain Confidential Information
Section 420.0735. Consent for Release of Certain Evidence
Section 420.074. Disclosure of Privileged Communications or Other Information in Criminal Proceeding